Regional Counsel EMEA

Our client is looking for a Regional Counsel EMEA to be part of a global team, providing legal support. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering legal advice across our business entities and work on various commercial and contractual matters.

Client Details

Our client is a leading global player in their sector, with a substantial footprint across the European, Middle Eastern, and African regions. With a sizeable team and a vast range of business entities, they are known for their comprehensive solutions and commitment to sustainability.

Description

• Provide professional, pro-active advice and support to the companies entities across principally UK, Germany, Italy and France on a wide range of international commercial and strategic legal issues.
• Supporting legal counsel in the Americas and APAC regions as and when required on discrete or corporate matters as an integrated member of the global general law team.
• Provide cross-functional legal support in compliance with laws and regulations, company policies and industry standards, including but not limited to competition law, anti-bribery, international trade, data privacy laws and regulations and managing risk.
• Prepare, review and negotiate all types of contracts and other legally relevant documents, including relevant standards, templates and policies.
• Instruct and work with external lawyers, where applicable.

Profile

A successful Regional Counsel EMEA should have:

• English qualified solicitor, with a minimum of 8 years PQE.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and German is required (should be bi-lingual or degree level in German with ability to negotiate and draft in German)
• Manufacturing experience (desirable)
• Proven experience as a legal counsel in a business environment. Combination of in-house and private practice experience preferred
• Excellent communication, presentation, drafting and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage a heavy workload with conflicting priorities

Job Offer

• A salary between £90,000 - £120,000
• A 10 % Bonus on personal and company performance
• A supportive and collaborative company culture
• Excellent holiday leave allowance